Your ultimate holiday resource for Wilmington is here! Explore our comprehensive guide for all the top festive events and activities. Whether Wilmington is your backyard or a new adventure, our guide highlights the best holiday events.
Popular events include A Longwood Christmas, where breathtaking light displays transform the gardens into a winter wonderland. Additionally, Holiday Nights at Hagley invites you to enjoy a picturesque experience of candlelit paths and seasonal cheer. And don't forget Yuletide at Devon, which showcases beautifully decorated interiors and festive activities throughout the historic estate. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Wilmington
- Delaware Ballet's The Nutcracker
- Brandywine Festival of the Arts
- Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade
- Brandywine Holiday Festival of the Arts
- Nemours Estate Holiday Displays
- Holiday Nights at Hagley
- Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Hagley Museum
- Artisan Market at Hagley
- Salem Community College Oak Singers Choral Concert (Carneys Point)
- Pennsville Historical Society Christmas Open House (Pennsville)
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Wilmington Events Events
Delaware Ballet's The Nutcracker (Wilmington) • 0.2 miles
A magical journey to the Land of Sweets.
Brandywine Festival of the Arts (Wilmington) • 0.7 miles
Delaware's largest arts festival with over 200 artists
Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade (Wilmington) • 0.8 miles
A festive procession with Santa and community spirit.
Brandywine Holiday Festival of the Arts (Wilmington) • 1.3 miles
Showcasing 150 local artists and artisans
Nemours Estate Holiday Displays (Wilmington) • 2.4 miles
Festive holiday displays transform the estate
Holiday Nights at Hagley (Wilmington) • 2.6 miles
First du Pont family home illuminated for the holidays.
Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Hagley Museum (Wilmington) • 2.6 miles
Historic cannon firing demonstrations with a powerful sound.
Artisan Market at Hagley (Wilmington) • 2.6 miles
Premier marketplace featuring fine arts, crafts, and gourmet items.
Salem Community College Oak Singers Choral Concert (Carneys Point) • 4.9 miles
Community choir with open membership and seasonal concerts
Pennsville Historical Society Christmas Open House (Pennsville) • 5.3 miles
Historic holiday open house celebration
Spirit of Christmas (New Castle) • 5.8 miles
Historic homes and museums adorned for the holidays
A Longwood Christmas (Kennett Square) • 11.0 miles
Living jewel box transformed by twinkling lights and jewel-toned colors.
A Very Retro Christmas at Longwood Gardens (Kennett Square) • 11.0 miles
Nostalgic holiday theme evoking Christmases of the past
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